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West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Nestled on a bluff across from Cowell's Beach, this 3-story Victorian home is a restful bed and breakfast that offers unique guestrooms and thoughtful amenities just steps from the Santa Cruz Beach...

P
Pauline
From
Hong Kong
This is a hidden gem! It's a converted Victorian house. Our room was so comfy and spacious. They had fresh baked cookies when we arrived and more throughout the day. They also had a homemade breakfast- it was a breakfast quiche. It felt more like a B&B than a hotel. Friendly staff. Had a blast and wished we could stay longer. It it within a short walking distance of the Pier.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 254 reviews
Location 9.8
Price from
$236.53
1 night, 2 adults
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Swell House Santa Cruz

Hotel in Eastside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Featuring 3-star accommodations, Swell House Santa Cruz is located in Santa Cruz, a 6-minute walk from Sunny Cove Beach and 2.5 miles from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

C
Cole
From
United States
Booked the swell house for a spontaneous trip and it could not have been more perfect. Super clean space, great quality amenities and finishes, awesome location within close proximity to everything we wanted in Santa Cruz.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Location 9.8
Price from
$236.43
1 night, 2 adults
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

In a prime location in Santa Cruz, La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz provides air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a fitness center.

D
Debra
From
Canada
Exceptional staff on arrival on Christmas Day. Room exceeded expectations.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,124 reviews
Location 9.4
Price from
$146.25
1 night, 2 adults
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SeaSide Inn & Suites

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Located in Santa Cruz, a 17-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach, SeaSide Inn & Suites provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

M
Martin
From
Thailand
Great check in with friendly reception, great room, great location, bed comfy
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 963 reviews
Location 8.5
Price from
$101.52
1 night, 2 adults
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Marea Sol Hotel

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Marea Sol Hotel is conveniently set in the center of Santa Cruz, and provides an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a terrace.

i
iain
From
Canada
awesome location - room, noise proof windows, nice shower and bathroom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 777 reviews
Location 9.4
Price from
$126.43
1 night, 2 adults
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Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Located in Santa Cruz, a 4-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach, Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness center and a shared...

R
Richelle
From
United States
The rooms are so nice and clean, and I really loved the mini Starbucks
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 459 reviews
Location 9.1
Price from
$130.50
1 night, 2 adults
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Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Located in Santa Cruz, a 15-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach, Hyatt Place Santa Cruz has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness center and a shared lounge.

S
Sara-Louise
From
Sweden
Very comfortable beds and the hotel got everything we needed! Spacious and clean room. Great breakfast and lovely staff! The pool area was also nice!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 721 reviews
Location 8.7
Price from
$155.62
1 night, 2 adults
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Sea & Sand Inn

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Located within 10 minutes’ walk from Santa Cruz Wharf and Boardwalk, this hotel features rooms with free Wi-Fi. It offers a 24-hour reception and free guest parking for one vehicle.

P
Patti
From
United States
Location and grounds were great. Loved the afternoon cookies and wine and cheese happy hour. Breakfast was also great.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 233 reviews
Location 9.7
Price from
$283.38
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Featuring an outdoor pool with cabanas available, Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection offers fire-pits for guest use. A restaurant and bar is on site. The modern rooms feature free WiFi.

J
Jennifer
From
United States
The location was fine. There is a beautiful park and walking path adjacent to the hotel. The room was nicely updated, the bed was comfortable and everything was very clean. I was pleasantly surprised. The outside of the hotel is deceptive because the lobby, restaurant, pool area, and the rooms in comparison are stunning!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 518 reviews
Location 8.3
Price from
$148.89
1 night, 2 adults
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The Inn at Pasatiempo

Hotel in Santa Cruz

Featuring a year-round outdoor pool, this french-country Santa Cruz, CA inn is adjacent to Pasatiempo Golf Course, designed by Alister Mackenzie.

M
Matt
From
United States
Cozy hotel in the perfect location in Santa Cruz: close to the forests and the beach. Highly recommend and will stay again when we return to Santa Cruz!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 443 reviews
Location 8.7
Price from
$125.56
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotels located in the center of Santa Cruz

  • Attractively located in the center of Santa Cruz, La Bahia Hotel & Spa has 5-star accommodations close to Santa Cruz Beach and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 387 reviews

    Located next to Boardwalk Bowl, Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling is less than 5 minutes' walk to Santa Cruz Boardwalk. Free Wi-Fi and free 1 car parking is included in the reservation.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 955 reviews

    Aqua Breeze Inn is located across the street from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Free WiFi and parking are included.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 500 reviews

    Located less than 5 minutes’ walk from the beach, this hotel is less than 10 minutes’ walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 10 minutes’ drive from University of California -Santa Cruz.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 459 reviews

    Located in Santa Cruz, a 4-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach, Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness center and a shared...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 437 reviews

    This California hotel is one block from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. It features a seasonal outdoor heated pool and rooms include a flat-screen cable TV with HBO.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 818 reviews

    Styled in modern decor, this restored historic mansion offers 12 luxurious and refurbished suites. Free WiFi is included daily.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 794 reviews

    Located a short walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk features beautiful ocean views and a hot tub.

Budget hotels in Santa Cruz and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 418 reviews

    This motel in Santa Cruz is within walking distance of the beach, boardwalk and Santa Cruz Wharf. The motel offers free Wi-Fi, spacious rooms, and a seasonal, outdoor pool.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,092 reviews

    Located 2 minutes’ drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Bay Front Inn offers an outdoor pool and rooms with free WiFi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 625 reviews

    Located within 10 minutes' walk of the Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk, Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz offers free WiFi. All rooms include a private bathroom with a hair dryer.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,506 reviews

    Located within 5 minutes' walk of Santa Cruz Beach, Santa Cruz Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 877 reviews

    This central Santa Cruz hotel is just an 8-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. It features guest rooms with free Wi-Fi access and a cable TV.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,586 reviews

    Surf City Inn & Suites is just 10 minutes' walk away from Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk. It features an indoor pool and hot tub. All guest rooms offer free WiFi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 164 reviews

    The Ocean Gate Inn is ideally located in the heart of Santa Cruz! Each room includes a balcony with a view, a TV with cable channels, air conditioning, ironing facilities, a microwave, a...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,756 reviews

    Hotel Solares is located in Santa Cruz, just 10 minutes' walk away from the Beach Boardwalk. An outdoor pool is located on-site along with rooms that provide free WiFi and cable TV.

Best hotels with breakfast in Santa Cruz and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 721 reviews

    Located in Santa Cruz, a 15-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach, Hyatt Place Santa Cruz has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness center and a shared lounge.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 246 reviews

    Best Western Plus All Suites Inn is 2 mi from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 10 minutes' drive to the University of California Santa Cruz.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 518 reviews

    Featuring an outdoor pool with cabanas available, Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection offers fire-pits for guest use. A restaurant and bar is on site. The modern rooms feature free WiFi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 454 reviews

    Located in Downtown Santa Cruz this hotel is 15 minutes' walk from many shops and restaurants. The hotel offers a seasonal outdoor pool and rooms with free Wi-Fi. Parking is free for guests.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 123 reviews

    Located 1.4 miles from Santa Cruz Beach, Quality Inn Santa Cruz Downtown Area offers 2-star accommodations in Santa Cruz and features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 817 reviews

    Located in Santa Cruz, California, 10 minutes from Lighthouse Field State Beach, this hotel features an outdoor pool and bright, contemporary rooms with a 42-inch flat-screen TV.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 920 reviews

    Seymore Marine Discovery is 2 miles from this Santa Cruz area inn. A free breakfast is provided and all rooms offer free WiFi. A flat-screen cable TV is featured in all rooms at the Mission Inn.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 743 reviews

    The Comfort Inn Santa Cruz is conveniently located where Highway 1 and Highway 17 meet. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

FAQs about hotels in Santa Cruz

Surfin’ USA in Bohemian CA

Santa Cruz was surf central California long before the Beach Boys sang about it. The Surfing Museum in the Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse tells stories of those who have braved some of the world’s best waves.

Overlooking the ocean rollers are the Coconut Grove Ballroom and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - the oldest amusement park in the state of CA, and the last original one on the West Coast. Its historic carousel, rollercoasters and rides are a colourful backdrop to Cowell’s Beach, best viewed from the Sky Glider cable cars.

Jutting into Monterey Bay is the wharf where sea lions bask and pelicans decide on their next meal. Seafood restaurants are abundant here and the bars provide lively nightlife. Pacific Avenue is the main shopping area and one street away is the Museum of Art & History.

Unsurprisingly for a surfer hotspot, the city has a liberal outlook and is known for political activism - a far cry from the era when the Santa Cruz Mission was established. The mission is now a state park alongside Natural Bridges Beach and the Big Basin Redwoods in forested hills behind the city, home to the gravity-defying Mystery Spot.

Booking.com’s Santa Cruz accommodation includes pet-friendly motels, hotels with hot tubs and cheap inns near UCSC.

What Guests Said About Santa Cruz:

  • 8.0

    Ebikes along the ocean was amazing.

    Ebikes along the ocean was amazing. Boardwalk had lots of great rides and food options. Beautiful wharf to walk on and visit many shops/restaurants. Don't miss out on Gayle's Bakery or the Mystery Spot that is nearby.
    Guest review by
    Tammy
    United States
  • 10.0

    When I was young I lived in San Jose and our mom would bring...

    When I was young I lived in San Jose and our mom would bring us to Santa Cruz all summer long. Coming again as an adult brought back so many fond memories. The boardwalk was so different then then. Santa Cruz is such a fun place and so many rides and shops. Every child needs to experience it at least once in their lifetime.
    Guest review by
    Wanda Papineau
    United States
  • 10.0

    We, unfortunately, chose to visit during the busiest part of...

    We, unfortunately, chose to visit during the busiest part of the season, but aside from traffic and the Murray Bridge being out, we didn't feel inconvenienced by the larger crowds. The beaches were clean, the warf was a blast, the Seymour Marine Discovery Center was amazing, food was great and the locals were kind!
    Guest review by
    Anonymous
    United States
  • 10.0

    The Santa Cruz vibe is real: diverse (happy) people,...

    The Santa Cruz vibe is real: diverse (happy) people, terrific beaches, lots of eateries, beach boardwalk and arcade fun. Walking around the boardwalk area feels safe, if crowded, on weekends. There is definitely a broad range of fun activities for families.
    Guest review by
    Marian
    United States
  • 10.0

    We enjoy going to the beaches, the Boardwalk and the local...

    We enjoy going to the beaches, the Boardwalk and the local restaurants. We found that breakfast at Zachary's was excellent. Their potatoes are really tasty and the have homemade bread. We had dinner at Bedda Mia. Their Spaghetti alle vongole and Carbonara is good. We would go back to both of those places.
    Guest review by
    Ann
  • 10.0

    But I most like the beaches I would like to just sit out...

    But I most like the beaches I would like to just sit out there for half a day towards the evening a watch the sunset. It’s just beautiful and everything else is fine. I like the food places. I recommend them to check out some of the food places just wanted a little more time at this wonderful little place to stay or live.
    Guest review by
    Rebecca
    United States

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  • Hilton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

    Santa Cruz
    From $184.30 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 743 reviews
    Great hotel in a lovely location. Close to Santa Cruz, but far enough away for it to be a peaceful break. I liked the bar area, it was very relaxing by the fire on an evening.
    Guest review by
    Jade
    United Kingdom

  • Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk

    Santa Cruz
    From $114.08 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,506 reviews
    Super friendly staff and so close to the Santa Cruz Boardwalk! It was really great value and would highly recommend to other families.
    Guest review by
    Rebecca
    New Zealand

  • Carousel Beach Inn

    Santa Cruz
    From $126.35 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,728 reviews
    The location for the Santa Cruz Boardwalk is excellent. The room are huge! Not fancy but everything you need. Friendly staff.
    Guest review by
    Carol
    United Kingdom

  • Santa Cruz Hostel

    Santa Cruz
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 175 reviews
    Close to the beach, shops and Santa Cruz fair. You can choose to cook or go into town for eats.
    Guest review by
    Paul
    Australia

  • Dream Inn Santa Cruz

    Santa Cruz
    From $406.90 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 829 reviews
    I loved this hotel and I really recommend it if you want to stay in Santa Cruz
    Guest review by
    Mourad
    United States

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